Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Tarboro, NC
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 2%
in Tarboro, NC
$217.3M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.9M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$72.2M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $700K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.8%
in Tarboro, NC
$43.5M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $1.5M
Price Range
Top Agent$319.7M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $5.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$56.3M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $700K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$41.4M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $560K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(96)
Tammy Register
Keller Williams Platinum Realty
23 Years of experience
537+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4%
in Tarboro, NC
$634.7M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.3M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(24)
Johnny Mitchell
New Towne Realty Group / Coldwell Banker HPW
10 Years of experience
32+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4%
in Tarboro, NC
$64M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $760K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(2)
Demetria Lynch
Keller Williams Preferred Realty | JDL Realty
8 Years of experience
12+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4%
in Tarboro, NC
$30.4M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $660K
Price Range
Top Agent$1.04B
All-Time Sales
$320K - $2.5M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$34.1M
All-Time Sales
$90K - $680K
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$21.6M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $480K
Price Range
2
Sold in Tarboro, NC
Top AgentTop 5.6%
in Tarboro, NC
$90.5M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $2.4M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(14)
Caren Fried
Keller Williams Preferred Realty
13 Years of experience
44+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.6%
in Tarboro, NC
$127.4M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $950K
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Tarboro Housing Market Trends
Homes in Tarboro take a median 59 days to sell, go for 94.69% of asking, prices are up 2.6% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Buyer's market
8.6 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$241,176
median sale price
How fast they sell
59 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
8.6 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Tarboro.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Tarboro agents whose results fit it.
Tarboro agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 30 days, the Tarboro market in 59
median sale price in Tarboro
Do Top Tarboro Agents Sell Faster?
The 14 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Tarboro sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Tarboro market median of 59 days on market.
About 29 days faster (49% quicker than the Tarboro market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Tarboro agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Tarboro market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Tarboro?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Tarboro sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in May. To hit that window, plan to list around April.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
May
Best month to sell
44 days
Typical time on market
95.8%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Tarboro, NC sales. Individual results vary with price, condition, and how the broader market moves. A local agent can pinpoint the right timing for your home.
What These Numbers Mean for Tarboro Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Tarboro market where negotiating leverage has shifted toward buyers. With months of supply at 8.6 and active inventory at 51 homes against 6 sales in a typical month, buyers now have more choices and more time than the frantic conditions of prior years. The clearest signal sits in the 32.1% of listings that have taken a price cut, paired with a sale-to-list ratio of 94.69%. Together these tell you that many sellers are still pricing ahead of what the market will bear, then adjusting downward.
Median days on market now sits at 59, a +17 days change in market time, while the median sale price moved +2.6% year over year to $241,176. Only 16.7% of homes closed above asking and 19.8% left the market within two weeks, so competitive bidding is the exception rather than the rule. For a buyer, this supports offering below list on properties that have lingered, and prioritizing homes that already carry a price drop. For a seller, the data argues for disciplined pricing from day one, because homes that chase the market with late reductions tend to sit and accumulate days.
At roughly $134.7 per square foot, pricing accuracy matters more than ambition. With 250 licensed agents active in the area, the difference between an agent who reads these signals correctly and one who does not shows up directly in your final number and your time on market.
What Tarboro Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Tarboro goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.
| Median home price | $241,176 |
| Down payment (20%) | $48,235 |
| Loan amount | $192,941 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,842 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 15, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $241,176 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 15, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Tarboro MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Tarboro Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone rarely correlates with the outcome that matters, which is your net proceeds and time on market. It is more useful to look at verified transaction history and how an agent performs when conditions favor buyers, as they currently do in Tarboro. Among the 250 licensed agents working the 27886 area, EffectiveAgents has ranked 27 based on measured results. Jay Hooks at Champion Real Estate leads that group with 1,068 career transactions, 159 client reviews, and $216.7M in all-time sales volume. That depth matters most in negotiation: with 32.1% of listings cutting price and a sale-to-list ratio of 94.69%, an agent who knows how to structure an offer or defend a list price directly affects your result. When reviewing agents, read for consistent patterns across many reviews rather than a handful of standout comments, and confirm the volume of closed transactions rather than years licensed.
How We Rank Tarboro Real Estate Agents
Our rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data, not advertising spend. For every agent we analyze more than fifteen performance signals, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results (how far above or below list price an agent's clients actually close), price-point fit, and verified reviews. The agents shown first are those whose verified results put them at the top of the Tarboro market today.
Agents cannot pay for placement in these rankings. The underlying data refreshes as new closed transactions are reported, so rankings shift with real market performance. Learn how we rank agents.
250
agents analyzed
15+
performance signals
$0
paid for placement
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: September 2026
Tarboro Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Tarboro, NC?
The top-ranked agent in Tarboro, NC by verified performance is Jay Hooks at Champion Real Estate, with 1,068 career transactions, 159 client reviews, and $216.7M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using measured outcomes rather than advertising, analyzing 87 local transactions to identify the 27 agents who perform best on price and speed. Rather than naming a single best agent for every situation, we recommend comparing the top-ranked candidates against your specific price point and timeline before deciding.
How were these Tarboro real estate agents ranked?
Rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data. We analyze more than fifteen performance signals for every agent, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results, price-point fit, and verified reviews. Agents cannot pay for placement.
How many real estate agents are in Tarboro?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Tarboro area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Tarboro market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Tarboro mean for sellers?
Tarboro's median sale price is $241,176 as of September 2026. Half of recent sales closed above that figure and half below. It is a useful baseline for understanding the market, but an experienced local agent will price your home against comparable recent sales in your neighborhood, not the citywide median.
How long does it take to sell a house in Tarboro?
The median home in Tarboro takes 59 to sell, and market time has seen a +17 days change year over year. Your actual timeline depends heavily on pricing: with 32.1% of listings taking a price cut and months of supply at 8.6, homes priced accurately from day one sell notably faster than those that start high and reduce later. Condition, location within the 27886 area, and how the home shows online also affect speed. A well-prepared, correctly priced listing can outperform the median considerably.
Does it cost anything to use EffectiveAgents?
No. EffectiveAgents is free for home buyers and sellers, with no obligation to work with any agent we match you with.
Do agents pay to be ranked or featured?
No. Agents cannot pay for placement anywhere in these rankings. Positions are earned from verified transaction performance only.
What commission do Tarboro realtors charge?
Commissions are negotiable and vary by agent, service level, and transaction. There is no set rate, and recent industry changes have made commission structures more flexible than ever. Discuss the structure directly with your agent before signing a listing or buyer agreement.
Should I use a local Tarboro agent or a national brand?
The individual agent matters more than the brand on the sign. Offices within the same national franchise vary widely in performance, and the agent you hire, not the logo, prices your home, negotiates your contract, and manages your closing. A strong local agent brings firsthand knowledge of Tarboro neighborhoods, pricing patterns, and buyer activity. Compare agents on verified local results such as recent sales, days on market, and negotiation outcomes rather than name recognition.
What questions should I ask a Tarboro realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Tarboro in the past year, what their average sale-to-list ratio is, and how much of their business is in your neighborhood and price range. Ask how they will market your home or find you listings, and how often they will communicate. Strong agents answer with specifics. Verified transaction data is the fastest way to confirm what you hear.
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